Archived News for Green Sector Professionals - July, 2020
Locals fear that a new electricity transmission line will ruin the tranquillity of their Tasmanian wilderness.
Locks turned to carbon dots
Australian engineers have turned human hair into highly sensitive sensors.
Seven make hydro shortlist
Seven companies have been shortlisted for the next stage of the ARENA’s $70 million hydrogen funding.
Solar flow record set
Australian solar cell researchers have created a ‘solar-flow battery’ that can generate, store, and deliver renewable electricity in a single device.
Contamination continues for Pioneer
Residents of one Tasmanian town have been dealing with contaminated water for over eight years, and will continue to do so.
Dog fur tested for oil cleanup
Experts have found that dog fur could be an effective and sustainable way to mop up dangerous environmental contaminants.
Indigenous timeline extended in SA
It appears that First Nations people occupied South Australia’s Riverland region much earlier than previously believed.
MDBP top-down method slammed
An environmental policy expert says the MDBP is failing because it ignores local views.
Methane masses rising
The latest methane figures show emissions increased by nine per cent - or 50 million tons - from 2007 to 2017.
New app puts eyes on rice
Australian researchers are working on the world’s first real-time monitoring platform for rice fields.
Population peak predicted
Modelling suggests the world population will peak in 2064 at around 9.7 billion.
Run-off mix unpicked
Not only is there a lot of pesticide running off onto the Great Barrier Reef, the runoff is made of many different types.
Warming shown in new study
Mathematical modelling inspired by social media is identifying the significant impacts of warming seas on the world’s fisheries.
Cars tested for grid support
A new project will see a fleet of electric cars plugged into the power grid to help protect against blackouts and voltage fluctuations.
Illegal mining claim in court
The New Acland Coal operation is under investigation over allegations of illegal mining.
Solar leader sued
Australia’s largest solar panel distributor has been accused of underpaying its staff.
State opens second REZ
The NSW Government is setting itself up for a rapid transition from coal to renewables.
Uni studies global COVID cost
The University of Sydney has quantified the socio-economic and environmental impacts of the global COVID-19 pandemic.
Pavey changing flood rules
The NSW Water Minister is standing by plans that could put the state at odds with the MDBA.